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Mr Tarwig therefore decided to wait, under shelter of a high reef of black rocks, which would effectually conceal the boats from the pirate. Gerald felt greatly disappointed. He had hoped to pull on board at once, and settle the doubts which had been agitating his mind all the morning. On looking out to the northward, he observed the hitherto glass-like sea rippled over in various directions.
It was evident that all further resistance would be hopeless, as already the Champion's people were in possession of the forecastle and aftermost guns, and could in an instant turn them on the pirates, whom they, besides, considerably outnumbered. "We trust to your honour and give in, sir," said the former speaker. "I repeat what I have before said your lives shall be spared," answered Mr Tarwig.
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